News India Live, Digital Desk: The violence is not showing any signs of stopping amid the celebration of democracy in West Bengal. during the third phase of voting Murshidabad There have been reports of heavy violence and bombings. The miscreants not only created a ruckus outside the polling stations but also attacked with crude bombs, in which many voters are reported to have been injured. After this incident, there is huge tension in the area and security forces have taken charge.
Bomb attacks on polling stations, voters in panic
The latest case is from Rani Nagar and Domkal area of Murshidabad, where miscreants openly threw bombs to scare the voters. According to eyewitnesses, people were waiting for their turn when the sudden explosions created a stampede. Many people have been seriously injured in the violence, who have been admitted to the local hospital. Voters allege that they are being prevented from voting by intimidation.
One dead in Digha, allegations and counter-allegations among political parties
The fire of violence was not limited only to Murshidabad, but the news of death of one person has also come from Digha area. After this incident, a round of allegations and counter-allegations has started between Trinamool Congress (TMC), BJP and Congress-Left Front alliance. The opposition alleges that ruling party workers are carrying out booth capturing and violence in the presence of police, while TMC has vehemently rejected these allegations.
Election Commission is strict, additional forces deployed in sensitive areas
After this violent incident in Murshidabad, the Election Commission has adopted a tough stance. The Commission has sought a detailed report of the incident from the local administration. Additional companies of central paramilitary forces have been deployed at the affected polling stations. Officials say that no one involved in violence will be spared and ensuring peaceful voting is their priority.
Old history of violence in Bengal
Election violence is not a new thing in West Bengal. Every time during elections, districts like Murshidabad, Birbhum and Malda become the center of political conflict. This time too, despite claims of tight security, incidents of bombings and bloody clashes have raised question marks on the preparations of the administration.
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